The transformation of the sublime: philosophical, visual, digital and beyond

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The sublime, the concept of incomprehensible grandeur. An image encompassing a plethora of mixed emotions, from intense beauty and wonderment to the crippling fear of the unknown. The idea of the sublime has existed for centuries, and its influence has at times reigned over certain literary, artistic and social movements. Though it would be safe to suggest that over the years, the concept of the sublime has lost a lot of its impact, and it is no longer regarded in the way in once was. But why is this? To view the sublime today is something that is arguably accessible to most, though the sublime experience itself may require certain attributes, such as social status or hierarchy. However, it would not be unreasonable to suggest that the sublime has always been linked with social status and the class system in one way or another. So what was it that brought about this change?
\nThis dissertation intends to investigate the concept of ‘The Sublime’, and then pose questions as to whethe

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